The world most expensive saree which has also earned a coveted place in the Guinness World Records was made By Chennai silk called Vivah Pattu.
The timeless attire of Indian women has been able to retain its aesthetic values, even amidst the transformation it is experiencing these days. In the glamorous world of Bollywood, fashion statements often revolve around exquisite silk sarees that exude elegance and luxury.
Bollywood divas time and again have shown their love for traditional silk sarees. Be it public events, weddings, or movies, the celebrity actresses have opted for traditional Indian sarees to showcase their wealth, opulence, and cultural heritage. The unstitched piece of 9 yards in Banarasi silk, Classic Kanjeevaram, or organza holds a mesmerizing glamour.
Check out some of the costliest sarees that have increased the elegance and poise of who’s who in Bollywood to date:
- The first lady of the Reliance Group, Nita Ambani, once wore one of the world’s costliest silk sarees designed by ‘The Chennai Silks,’ costing around 40 lakhs. The saree was designed by Sivalingam, the director of Chennai Silks, with precious gemstones such as rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and pearls, among others. Her ultra-luxury saree collections are always in the limelight.
- Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s wedding saree cost around 75 lakhs. The Swarovski crystal-studded and real gold-threaded Kanjeevaram Saree designed by Neeta Lulla in 2007 still remains a stellar choice.
- Alia Bhatt chose a classic ivory organza bridal saree designed by the renowned Sabyasachi for her wedding. The delicately embroidered saree with an embroidered handwoven tissue veil was tagged for a whopping Rs 50 lakhs.
- Shilpa Shetty, in her marriage to Raj Kundra, wore a traditional red saree designed by Tarun Tahiliani. Priced at 50 lakhs, the stunning saree was embellished with 8,000 Swarovski crystals.
- Deepika Padukone’s brocade silk Kanjeevaram sari from Advaya on the D-day is still not explicitly mentioned. But the saree she chose for her Konkani wedding, designed by The House of Angadi, was a true masterpiece.
- Rekha and Kangana – Their wardrobes include a stunning array of high-end handwoven Kanjeevaram silk sarees, known for their rich colors, intricate zari work, and timeless appeal.
Ultimately, the question of who wore the costliest silk saree in B-town remains a matter of personal preference and style. Whether it’s Nita Ambani’s regal Banarasi silks or Rekha, Priyanka, Kangana Ranaut, or Aishwarya Rai’s exquisite Kanjeevarams, these iconic women have left a lasting impression with their impeccable fashion choices, setting benchmarks for luxury and sophistication in the world of Indian sarees.
